News: Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari announced the launch of India’s first Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) barrier-less tolling system at the Chorayasi Toll Plaza on the Surat–Bharuch section of NH-48 in Gujarat. About India’s First Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Barrier-less Tolling System Initiated at: It has been initiated at the… Continue reading India’s First Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Barrier-less Tolling System
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Key Facts about Jamaica
News: In a significant step towards strengthening India-Caribbean relations, India has deployed its flagship Aarogya Maitri portable healthcare infrastructure in Jamaica. Key Facts about Jamaica Jamaica is an island country of the West Indies. Location: It is located in the west-central Caribbean in the Greater Antilles archipelago. It is the third-largest island in the Caribbean… Continue reading Key Facts about Jamaica
2026 Whitley Awards
News: Indian conservationists, Barkha Subba and Parveen Shaikh have won the prestigious 2026 Whitley Awards. About 2026 Whitley Awards The Whitley Award is awarded to those achieving exceptional success in grassroots, community-led protection of threatened species and habitats. It is also known as the ‘Green Oscars’. It provides winners with funding, profile, and international… Continue reading 2026 Whitley Awards
SACHET
News: India rolled out a mobile-based disaster communication system (SACHET) aimed at delivering near-real-time emergency alerts directly to citizens’ phones. About SACHET SACHET stands for Secure and Alert Centre for Hazard Evaluation and Transmission. It is a mobile-enabled, integrated disaster alert system designed to deliver timely information and warnings to citizens. Developed by: It has… Continue reading SACHET
Election of Secretary-General of United Nations (UN)
News: The election of the next United Nations Secretary-General is underway, and on April 21–22, four candidates pitched before the UN General Assembly in informal, interactive dialogues. About Election of Secretary-General of United Nations (UN) Appointed by: The Secretary-General of United Nations (UN) is appointed by the General Assembly, upon the recommendation of the Security… Continue reading Election of Secretary-General of United Nations (UN)
Prosopis Juliflora and Banni Grassland
News: Prosopis juliflora, which is a non-native and invasive tree species, has encroached over half of Banni Grassland in Gujarat. About Prosopis Juliflora Prosopis juliflora is one of the most widespread hyperaccumulating, phreatophytic, perennial tree/shrub species. Family: It is a member of the Fabaceae family. It is a representative species of the Sonoran Desert ecosystem. … Continue reading Prosopis Juliflora and Banni Grassland
Bharathapuzha River
News: Kerala Mahamagham 2026 one of the oldest and most spiritually significant religious events took place from 19 January till 3 February 2026 on the sacred banks of the Bharathapuzha River. About Bharathapuzha River Origin: It rises in the Eastern slopes of the Anamalai hills of the Western Ghats and flows in the North-Westerly direction in… Continue reading Bharathapuzha River
Past Risk and Return Verification Agency (PaRRVA)
News: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has operationalised the Past Risk and Return Verification Agency (PaRRVA) to bring transparency and standardisation to performance claims made by financial intermediaries. About Past Risk and Return Verification Agency (PaRRVA) Past Risk and Return Verification Agency (PaRRVA) is a regulatory initiative designed to bring transparency and… Continue reading Past Risk and Return Verification Agency (PaRRVA)
Tapir
News: World Tapir Day is being observed globally on 30th April to raise awareness about the species of Tapir and protect it from human encroachment. About Tapir Tapirs are large herbivorous mammals. They are also known as “living fossils” due to their lineage dating back millions of years. They form one of the oldest surviving… Continue reading Tapir
Mission SAKSHAM
News: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched Mission SAKSHAM for capacity building of the Urban Co-operative Banking sector. About Mission SAKSHAM Mission SAKSHAM (Sahkari Bank Kshamta Nirman) is a nationwide training initiative for capacity building of the Urban Co-operative Banking sector (UCBs). Launched by: It has been launched by the Reserve Bank of… Continue reading Mission SAKSHAM
